Monopolisation of social media and other digital platforms is empowering right-wing forces to control the world Propaganda, misinformation and fake news are nothing new in our society. It can be traced back to the time of Mahabharata when Yudhisthir, known for his unwavering truthfulness, misled Drona by declaring that Ashwathama was killed but murmured the latter part, “I do not know if it is a man or an elephant,” so softly that Drona could not hear it clearly. Believing Yudhisthir that his warrior son Ashwathama was killed, Drona bowed his head and was beheaded. Drona was one of the epical victims of fake news or disinformation. Propaganda and misinformation have taken a new turn now with the widespread availability of sophisticated methods of information and communication technology. The sharing of text, images, videos or links online often allows information to go viral within no time. Merriam-Webster defines misinformation as false…

KTR says BJP is shielding Congress, playing diversionary politics

“BJP and Congress are playing dirty politics to save their mutual interests. It is a drama enacted by fellow thieves jointly,” he said. Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on the Telangana BJP leaders including its State president and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, for shielding Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy who belongs to the Congress. “BJP and Congress are playing dirty politics to save their mutual interests. It is a drama enacted by fellow thieves jointly,” he said. In response to the BJP’s night stay in Musi project affected areas, Rama Rao questioned Kishan Reddy’s sudden concern for the victims of the Musi River rejuvenation project, calling it a ploy to divert attention from the Lagacherla incident, where farmers have been protesting against alleged land acquisition for a private pharma company.grabs. “You were the first to hail HYDRAA and congratulate Revanth Reddy on Musi River rejuvenation project, while we stood…

Indian woman found murdered in car boot in UK, Police hunting for Indian-origin husband

Harshita Brella, an Indian was found murdered and her body left in a car boot in Ilford area of London. Police are u=hunting for her Indian-origin husband London: The UK police investigating the murder of 24-year-old Harshita Brella, whose body was recovered from a car boot in east London, have launched a manhunt for her Indian-origin husband who they suspect fled the country after killing his wife earlier this month. In an updated statement from the Northamptonshire Police on Sunday, Chief Inspector Paul Cash said more than 60 detectives were working on the case as the force released an image of Pankaj Lamba, the accused husband, in an appeal for information. “Our inquiries lead us to suspect that Harshita was murdered in Northamptonshire earlier this month by her husband Pankaj Lamba,” Cash said. “We suspect Lamba transported Harshita’s body from Northamptonshire to Ilford by car. We believe he has now fled…

Flights might be delayed today as fog is affecting visibility in Delhi: IndiGo

Fog in Delhi is likely to affect flight operations from Delhi airport having a cascading effect on flight operations all over the country. Indigo has already put out an alert over the possible delays in its air operations New Delhi: Private carrier IndiGo on Sunday night said fog is affecting visibility in the national capital which could delay flight schedules, while Delhi airport operator DIAL has put in place low visibility procedures. The national capital is grappling with high pollution levels which have resulted in lower visibility at various parts of the city. “#6ETravelAdvisory: Fog is currently affecting visibility in Delhi, which may result in slow moving traffic and delays in flight schedules,” IndiGo said in a post on X at 11.44 pm. In a separate post at 10.14 pm, Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) said low visibility procedures are in progress at the airport and that flight operations were…

Number of Indian students applying to UK universities drops 20%, reveals report

Student groups attribute trend to limited job prospects, safety concerns following recent anti-immigration riots in some cities London: Indian students are being put off applying to UK universities, adding to their financial woes at a time when education institutions are already coping with constrained budgets, a new report into the stability of the higher education sector in England has revealed. Based on UK Home Office data on confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS) by UK providers from 2022-23 to 2023-24, an Office for Students (OfS) analysis shows a 20.4 per cent drop in Indian student numbers — down from 139,914 to 111,329. Indian student groups in the UK said the fall was to be expected amid limited job prospects and safety concerns following recent anti-immigration riots in some cities. “There has been a considerable decline in student visa applications from prospective non-UK students in some major source countries,” notes the report by OfS, a non-departmental…

Telangana govt introduces new EV policy with tax, registration exemption

Hyderabad: In an effort to encourage people to switch over to Electric Vehicle(EV), the State government has decided to provide 100 per cent exemption from road tax and registration fees for Electric Vehicles (EVs) in the State. The new EV policy will come into force from Monday. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said the new policy was expected to give a major boost to the adoption of electric vehicles across Telangana, aligning with the State’s broader goals of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. Along with the registration fee waiver for electric vehicles, the government plans to roll out infrastructure improvements, including more charging stations and incentives for manufacturers, he informed. Electric Buses purchased and registered in Telangana for the initial two years, up to December 31, 2026, irrespective of the number of vehicles registered, are also fully exempt from road tax and registration fees for the…

Train derailment: South Central Railway announces partial cancellation / diversion of trains

SCR announced announced partial cancellation and diversion of many trains all over the country following the derailment of a goods train near Raghavapur station in Peddapally district on Tueday night Hyderabad: The South Central Railway has announced partial cancellation and diversion of many trains all over the country following the derailment of a goods train near Raghavapur station in Peddapally district on Tueday night. Here are the details of the partially cancelled or diverted trains. Cancellations: S. No.T. No.From – ToJCORemarks106229Yesvantpur – Muzaffarpur13.11.2024Cancelled217661Kacheguda – Nagarsol13.11.2024307793Kacheguda – Karimnagar13.11.2024407794Karimnagar – Kacheguda13.11.2024507695Secunderabad – Rameswaram13.11.2024607696Rameswaram – Secunderabad15.11.2024707041Secunderabad – Tirupati13.11.2024807042Tirupati – Secunderabad14.11.2024907775Adilabad – Parli13.11.20241007852Parli – Adilabad13.11.20241107855Akola – Purna13.11.20241207773Purna – Akola13.11.20241317409Adilabad – Nanded13.11.20241417410Nanded – Adilabad13.11.20241507595Nizamabad – Kacheguda13.11.20241607477Kacheguda – Raichur13.11.20241707478Raichur – Kacheguda13.11.20241807671Guntakal – Bodhan13.11.20241907275Bodhan – Kacheguda13.11.20242007670Kacheguda – Guntakal13.11.2024 Partial Cancellations: S No.Train No.From-ToJCOPartially Cancelled between101451Pune – Karimnagar11.11.2024Sirpur Kagaznagar and Karimnagar201452Karimnagar – Pune13.11.2024Karimnagar and Sirpur Kagaznagar311409Daund – Nizamabad12.11.2024Mudkhed and Nizamabad401413Nizamabad – Pandharpur13.11.2024Nizamabad and Mudkhed Diversion of trains: S No.Train No.From-ToJCODiverted viaSkipping Stoppages122691KSR Bengaluru city –H. Nizamuddin12.11.2024Secunderabad, Nizamabad, Mudkhed, PimpalkhutiStoppages skipped between at Kazipet and Ballarshah203242SMVT Bengaluru – Danapur10.11.2024Peddapalli, Nizamabad, Purna, Akola, Badnera, WardhaStoppages skipped at Ballarshah, Chandrapur, Sevagram312643Trivandrum Central – H.Nizamuddin12.11.2024Renigunta, Guntakal, WD, Daund, Manmad, Bhusawal, KhandwaStoppages skipped between Gudur and Betul412646H. Nizamuddin – Ernakulam12.11.2024Wani, Pimpalkhuti, Adilabad, Mudkhed, Nizamabad, Secunderabad, Pagidipalli, Guntur, TenaliStoppages skipped betweenBallarshah and Vijayawada512652H. Nizamuddin – Madurai12.11.2024Wani, Pimpalkhuti,…

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SpiceJet to launch seaplane services in 2024, connecting Hyderabad, Lakshadweep, and more

From January to September, the report indicates that severe weather conditions—such as relentless rainstorms, thunderstorms, and flooding—resulted in 66 human fatalities and 4,350 animal deaths across the state, along with extensive damage to crops and infrastructure. Vijayawada: Beleaguered low-cost airline SpiceJet on Saturday announced that it would launch seaplane operations in India next year, with an aim to connect some of the most remote and picturesque locations. With rights to operate seaplane services on 20 routes, including Lakshadweep, Hyderabad, Guwahati, and Shillong, the airline said it is preparing to roll out connectivity across key routes as the infrastructure becomes ready. “With the support of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Union Minister K. Rammohan Naidu, we are taking concrete steps to bring…
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KTR questions decision to give Narayanpet-Kodangal lift project to Megha and Raghava

Rama Rao alleged that the project was divided like a cake between Megha Engineering and Raghava Constructions, which is owned by Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy. He criticized the decision to bypass major companies like L&T and NCC in favor of these firms, suggesting it was a blatant act of crony capitalism and misuse of power. Hyderabad: BRS Working President K T Rama Rao has expressed strong disapproval of the government decision to give the Narayanpet-Kodangal Lift project to Megha Engineering and Raghava Constructions. He accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of engaging in large-scale corruption through this project. Rama Rao alleged that the project was divided like a cake between Megha Engineering and Raghava Constructions, which is owned by Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy. He…
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BRS leader Shravan Dasoju condemns CM’s verbal attacks on KCR

Shravan expressed outrage over the utterances made by the duo during an event in Yadagirigutta, where they allegedly mocked KCR in a disrespectful manner Hyderabad: Launching a scathing attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and the Minister for Roads and Buildings Komatireddy Venkat Reddy for their disparaging remarks against Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao, BRS leader Shravan Dasoju condemned the language used by them to that of “street rowdies.” Shravan expressed outrage over the utterances made by the duo during an event in Yadagirigutta, where they allegedly mocked KCR in a disrespectful manner. He stated that KCR has over 40 years of public life experience and has made significant sacrifices, including resigning from his positions, to achieve the formation of Telangana. Shravan highlighted that…
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State-level softball competitions begin in Mancherial

Members of erstwhile Adilabad district softball association said that 320 players belonging to several parts of Telangana were taking part in the competitions. Mancherial: A state-level softball competition began at Tilak stadium in Bellampalli town on Saturday. Bellampalli ACP Ravi Kumar, who was the chief guest of the event, formally inaugurated competitions. Speaking on the occasion, Ravi Kumar advised the players to take both win and loss equally. He opined that sports could help one become mentally and physically strong. He stated participants could find new friends with the help of the sports. He was all praise for organisers for hosting the event in the coal belt town. Members of erstwhile Adilabad district softball association said that 320 players belonging to several parts of…
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21 killed, 46 injured in Pakistan railway station blast

Preliminary reports indicate that explosion took place at Quetta railway station’s booking office just before Jaffer Express arrived at the platform Peshawar: At least 21 people were killed and 46 others injured in a bomb explosion at Quetta‘s railway station in Pakistan on Saturday, according to a media report. Preliminary reports indicate that the explosion took place at the railway station’s booking office just before the train arrived at the platform, Geo News reported. The Jaffer Express was scheduled to depart for Peshawar at 9 am, the report said, quoting railway officials. The officials said the train had not yet arrived at the platform when the explosion took place. Given the station’s usual crowd, there is a high risk of significant casualties, the report said.
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Vivek Ramaswamy says Trump’s victory is hopefully US’ comeback

A Trump win will result in the renewal of national self-confidence, says the Indian-American politician and close confidant of President-elect Washington: Donald Trump‘s victory in the US presidential election will renew national self-confidence, an Indian-American politician and a close confidant of the President-elect has said, expressing hope that his comeback will signify America’s comeback. In a historic election on Tuesday, Trump defeated his Democratic rival Vice President Kamala Harris and was elected the 47th President of the United States, becoming only the second commander-in-chief in over a century to win two nonconsecutive presidential terms. “America has this great tradition. We believe in our own manifest destiny…We are born to be the greatest nation that sets an example for everybody else of what’s possible for human capacity,” Vivek…
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West Bengal: 3 coaches of Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express derail

The weekly special train derailed at Nalpur, about 40 km from Kolkata. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far, say officials Kolkata: Three coaches of the Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express derailed near Howrah in West Bengal around 5.30 am on Saturday, South Eastern Railway officials said. “The weekly special train derailed at Nalpur, about 40 km from Kolkata. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far,” they said. A parcel van was among the derailed coaches. The 22850 Secunderabad – Shalimar Weekly Express was passing through Nalpur station in Kharagpur Division when the coaches derailed, officials said. The railways said an accident relief train and medical relief trains from Santragachi and Kharagpur were immediately dispatched for assistance. Buses have also been sent to ferry…
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India slams Pakistan for peddling falsehoods

BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi says Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir “was, is and will remain an integral part of India” United Nations: In a strong retort, India slammed Pakistan for peddling “falsehood” after it referred to Jammu and Kashmir during a debate on peacekeeping operations in the UN. “India chooses its right to reply in response to the comments made by Pakistan that has yet again made an attempt to divert this august body from its agenda,” Member of the Rajya Sabha and BJP national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi said. His remarks came during a debate on peacekeeping operations at the Special Political and Decolonisation (Fourth Committee) of the UN General Assembly here Friday. Trivedi asserted that the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir “was, is and will remain an integral part…
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Four, including 3 of family from Hyd, killed in Kalaburagi road accident

According to officials, the family was said to be on a pilgrimage to the Dattatreya Temple in Ganagapura in Afzalpura taluk when the incident occurred Kalaburagi: Four people were killed after their car collided with a pickup goods vehicle near Maragutti cross in Kamalapura taluk here, during the early hours on Saturday, police said. The deceased were identified as Bhargav Krishna (55) from Hyderabad, his wife Sangeetha (45), and their son Uttam Raghavan (28), police said, adding that the identity of the deceased car driver has not yet been established. According to police sources, the family was said to be on a pilgrimage to the Dattatreya Temple in Ganagapura in Afzalpura taluk. Police reached the spot and shifted the bodies to a local…
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Maharashtra polls: Rs 3.70 crore cash seized in Palghar

Van transporting cash intercepted, driver and security personnel fail to produce valid documents Palghar: Police have seized more than Rs 3.70 crore cash from a van in Palghar district of Maharashtra amid the code of conduct in place for the November 20 Assembly polls, an official said on Saturday. The cash was seized at Wada in the coastal district on Friday, police inspector Datta Kindre said. “The police’s vigilance and flying squad received a tip-off that a van was transporting cash through the district. Based on the information, the team intercepted the van and carried out a check, during which it found that Rs 3,70,50,000 cash was being transported. The driver and security personnel failed to produce valid documents required for the transportation of the…
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